#power transformers

Ukraine, Zaporozhe: Zaporozhtransformator (ZTR) has signed a contract for the supply of 160 MVA , 110 kV power transformer to JSC Pavlodarenergo in Kazakhstan.

France, Aveyron: An exceptional convoy carrying a huge power transformer is on a way to the Brommat Hydroelectric Power Station in northern Aveyron.

China: Japan’s NGK Insulators Ltd. announced Tuesday it has ceased to operate at a transformer insulator-making unit in Suzhou, Jiangsu Province, China.

Germany, Geesthacht: Two 120-tonne transformers have been transported last night from the nuclear power plant on the River Elbe.

Argentina, Corrientes: Ministry of Energy has completed the implementation of the electrification programme with the investment of ARS 20 million ($ 2.5 million) from the Rural Development Fund.

Russia, Vsevolozhsky District: Modernisation of the energy source will create conditions for the development of 10 kV distribution network in the area and allow new consumers to connect to the network.

USA, Michigan: Blackford Capital, Grand Rapids-based private equity firm, has acquired a Grand Haven transformer manufacturer which custom designs and produces transformers and electrical components for industrial uses.

Russia, Saratov: The SVEL Group installed oil-immersed transformers at the Saratov Airport substation. The new substation will provide stable energy supply to the Tsentralny Airport.

China: Baoding Tianwei Baobian Electric Co.’s bonds and stock were suspended from trading following the reported losses for the second year running.

Spain, Burgos: A group of students visited the Villímar substation in Burgos, which provides service to 82,000 customers.

USA: The Wall Street Journal has warned that power transformers have many limits when it comes to securing the US electric grid. The biggest of those is the difficulty in replacing them as one of the most critical components in the grid.